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US-Iran conflict intensifies, oil prices surge past $90
The United States and Iran have intensified their conflict in the Middle East, leading to a surge in oil prices. Brent crude futures rose above $90 a barrel, reaching a one-month high. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route, faced increased pressure and disruptions due to missile and drone strikes. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps reported that two oil tankers were immobilized after attempting to transit the strait. US military actions against Iran continued for a ninth consecutive night.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 6 · Centre 9 · Right 6 n = 21
- Left (6): National Herald, Satya Hindi, The Hindu, The News Minute, The Telegraph (India), The Wire
- Centre (9): Amar Ujala, Business Standard, Deccan Chronicle, Mathrubhumi English, Mint, NDTV, Patrika, The Indian Express, The Times of India
- Right (6 votes, 7 outlets): Aaj Tak, Firstpost · News18 Hindi (Network18 — 1 vote), Republic World, TFIPOST, The Pioneer, Zee News (Hindi)
- International (8): Al Jazeera English, Associated Press, BBC News, Bloomberg, Deutsche Welle, France 24, Reuters, The Guardian